Sky News investigates child labour in the cobalt mining industry

The video explores the harsh realities of cobalt mining in the DRC, focusing on the dangerous conditions faced by miners like Makomba Matenaba, who suffer from severe health issues due to contaminated water. It highlights the exploitation of child labor and the intricate supply chain that connects these mines to global tech companies. Despite investigations revealing human rights abuses, little has changed, and the miners continue to live in poverty while multinational corporations profit.

What are some of the challenges faced by Makomba Matenaba and his friends while mining cobalt?

• They face physical challenges and lack safety measures.

• They have protective equipment.

• They have government support.

• They have advanced machinery.

What health issue does Makomba Matenaba believe is caused by the village's water?

• A severe headache

• A skin rash

• A huge tumor on his throat

• A broken leg

What future do the newborn twins face according to the video?

• A future in agriculture

• A career in technology

• A lifetime of hard labor

• A life of education and prosperity

Who are the primary buyers of the cobalt mined by children?

• American traders

• European traders

• African traders

• Chinese traders

What did Amnesty's investigation reveal about the cobalt supply chain?

• Similar human rights abuses were found.

• There are no human rights abuses.

• The miners are well-compensated.

• The supply chain is transparent.